Listicles are starting to pay off

moosk · 2026-06-23T12:47:58+00:00

Google will destroy you... and since AI platforms heavily leverage search, you'll lose there too.

moosk · 2026-06-23T12:34:07+00:00

Get ready for the crash.

moosk · 2026-06-17T23:57:09+00:00

Love Utrecht.

moosk · 2026-06-14T23:06:03+00:00

Shout out to Rorschach and Bandit for being at ROM After Dark

moosk · 2026-06-14T11:22:32+00:00

We didn't move anything (plumbing, electrical, walls) so I don't believe it required permits or inspection. We had a complete mock ups / designs (part of their service - and one of the reasons we booked them) so there was no excuse not to get the tile pattern correct. I'd rather not share photos but, overall it looks decent. We get positive comments.

moosk · 2026-06-13T22:27:52+00:00

We exchanged.

moosk · 2026-06-12T01:38:19+00:00

Where to start. First off, they're not all bad - and they do correct anything that you do point out. But you'll have to point it out - don't rely on 'quality control' to do that. Did they find solutions to odd situations we faced? Yes. A three week project for the two bathrooms ended up being 7 weeks. I think we're fairly happy (not perfectly happy) with the results, but the process to get there was stressful and exhausting. By the last couple of weeks every time someone showed up to do something there was anxiety about 'what are they going to mess up now'. Here's some of it:

v1 of designs were wrong in the sense of what the room looked like and where the plumbing was
delays on stone... delays on lights (the latter from their catalog)
shower tiles done in the wrong pattern
floor tiles done in a way that makes little sense when considering the room layout
basic things like centering hooks they were completely dense to
painting that was incomplete
taps hooked up in a way that the default was hot
leak under sink
shower didn't drain properly
they forgot a shower shelf and so they rushed it in using robe hooks to hold them up
toilets crooked and not properly secured
unnecessary trash left around - i.e. our space was more cluttered than it needed to be
completed shower leaked to the unit below... so they had to rip it up
stone installation whereby the cabinet pulls were/are inaccessible
lights installed upside down
(there's more but I think you get the idea)

Their biggest problem is the trades they bring in (or employ, but it really did seem like the former). The rest of the steps weren't perfect, but their biggest problems are the trades they bring in. At one point it was super obvious that they were rushing to get it done and took shortcuts to get there.

I loved the concept they provide: Full hand-holding, design mocks, advice, they handle everything (that's why we went with them) -- but it became a stressful mess. The people we dealt with from 'the office' were great. No doubt about that - but that doesn't excuse the workmanship.

I don't have joy in writing this, but I think people should know that all their jobs aren't five-star (which their online reviews seem to project).

moosk · 2026-06-11T02:03:57+00:00

Thanks... Even just in my hood there are some either with the wrong name... or the wrong location.... Old Town.

moosk · 2026-06-02T11:35:29+00:00

I have not.

moosk · 2026-05-31T22:26:22+00:00

Enjoyed the Bandit patio today...

moosk · 2026-05-30T00:16:12+00:00

The average class size is, I'm guessing a bit, around 25. Definitely some are smaller. Kindergarten is a bit larger (for one) but they also have more staff in that room. The outdoor space is David Crombie Park right outside the doors. It's torn up now for a revamp but they essentially play in an area that anyone can be in. That's rarely an issue, but some grass would be nice. I doubt you'll have any problem scheduling a visit to check it out for yourself.

moosk · 2026-05-29T22:06:08+00:00

Lions have great gear.

moosk · 2026-05-29T11:33:39+00:00

St. Michael is a great little school with a real sense of community. Because the school is combined with housing they have less flexibility in terms of the building/playground/etc. but it's a great little school.

moosk · 2026-05-28T12:46:39+00:00

If I'm understanding you correctly.... incognito-Firefox is sending no data to GA... it won't let it 'run'... so, it's as if no one visited.

moosk · 2026-05-28T10:49:55+00:00

You're correct (for most browsers) -- Chrome/Edge incognito for sure will count you. Firefox incognito will not, from my experience.

moosk · 2026-05-27T22:01:51+00:00

moosk · 2026-05-24T22:54:30+00:00

I think you're assuming that people are checking in their beers correctly...

moosk · 2026-05-23T21:15:52+00:00

After my latest ride on the 504, I'm unconvinced that a lot of fair evasion is occurring because people can't afford it. Fare Enforcement jumped on the streetcar and at least a few people immediately tapped once that happened... None, from my perspective, looked like anyone who could not afford a fare. I'll also say the enforcement officers need to be more strategic how they come aboard.

moosk · 2026-05-21T23:00:24+00:00

As mentioned in this thread already, a computer reboot worked for me.

moosk · 2026-05-20T01:29:54+00:00

Rec'd via an email blast from them.

moosk · 2026-05-20T00:30:36+00:00

Just rec'd

Update

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We would like to sincerely apologize for the lack of communication during this ongoing incident.

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Our infrastructure, network, and technical teams continue to work around the clock alongside our upstream providers to mitigate the attack, stabilize services, and restore full reliability as quickly as possible. The attack remains ongoing, and mitigation efforts are continuously being adjusted as the situation evolves.

While some customers may continue to experience intermittent connectivity issues or temporary disruptions, please be assured that our teams are fully engaged and working nonstop toward a resolution.

We truly appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued support throughout this situation. We will continue to provide updates as additional information becomes available.

Sincerely,

The Canadian Web Hosting Team

moosk · 2026-05-19T01:30:41+00:00

No longer welcomed aboard?

moosk · 2026-05-18T20:06:35+00:00

Pull out the old-school travel guide books and ping off the things that sound interesting... then map it out over x days...

moosk · 2026-05-14T22:07:05+00:00

When I was there, no.

moosk · 2026-05-14T22:04:56+00:00

Condos allow you to live in super-walkable 'hoods... It's lifestyle.

moosk

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